Publisher's Synopsis
Open the page to a world of wonder and discover the importance of the funerary art in the christian catacombs.
Immerse yourself in the culture of the early church as you travel through the art of the catacombs and stroll down the streets of ancient cities to relive some of the most significant Bible stories ever told.
With in-depth study, you will learn the messages the early Christians wanted their brothers and sisters to know from the art they left behind.
More Than a Passing Glance: Early Christian Art helps students gain a better understanding of the Bible truths found in the paintings and symbols that were important to the early church.
Most Bible students have never participated in an in-depth study of Christian images. Perhaps this is because for years Christians have wilted at the word iconography, equating it with the veneration of images, or paganism, but the truth is, iconography does not mean something akin to idolatry or even necessarily have anything to do with religion at all.
Discover some of the most common symbols used by the early church, and learn why they are important and how they relate to the Bible.
If you've ever looked at ancient Christian art and wondered, this book is for you.
